Recall 16V170000: 2011–2016 Volkswagen Touareg
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 24, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 46,574
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
The risk
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2014 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2016 Volkswagen Touareg
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V170000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 46G4
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 27, 2016
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology